Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & the Median Nerve

Explore the intricacies of carpal tunnel syndrome and the median nerve in this 23-minute educational video from the Institute of Human Anatomy. Delve into the bony boundaries of the carpal tunnel, understand the brachial plexus, and follow the median nerve's pathway down the arm. Examine the anterior forearm muscles and their relationship to the median nerve, learn about nerve distribution, and gain insights into the development and risk factors of carpal tunnel syndrome. Presented by Justin, this comprehensive anatomy lesson uses real cadaver images to provide a detailed understanding of this common condition, making complex medical concepts accessible to viewers.

00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Boney Boundaries
02:52 - Brachial Plexus
05:52 - Pathway Down the Arm
10:47 - Anterior Forearm Muscles
15:28 - Median Nerve Distribution
18:12 - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
21:46 - Risk Factors
22:52 - Shameless Plugs